Look what catches the eye of the editor with a special emphasis on local wedding businesses, shops and suppliers.
Heulwen Lewis Bespoke has teamed up with Lisa Lyons Bridal to create stunning bridal buttons that can be transformed into jewellery after the big day. Discover the stunning pieces in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.
Emma Lane Designs offer a large range of unique, handmade garden games that are sure to keep guests entertained. Discover the company in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.
Congratulations to De Vere Wokefield Estate on their recent Gold Green Tourism Award. Read all about it on page nine of the brand new issue available to download now for FREE and to book at stay, visit www.devere.co.uk/wokefield-estate
I'll be enjoying a tipple this Easter from the Cotswolds Distillery. Read all about their Cotswolds Gin Essence on page nine of the brand new issue available to download now for FREE and to shop, visit www.cotswoldsdistillery.com
This Plymouth-based luxury bridal and menswear boutique is one of Devon's finest, stocking a wide range of designer wedding and bridesmaids' dresses, occasion wear for mothers-of-the-bride plus accessories and menswear. Bridal designers include Rebecca Ingram plus Essense of Australia and Maggie Sottero (whose Karena style is pictured). To shop, visit www.prudencegowns.com and to read more, download the latest issue for FREE now!
With rustic vibes throughout, Jo and Nick's wedding at Houchins was a bohemian dream. bride Jo chose a stunning loose, rustic bouquet with a sprig of pampas in the mix!
Images courtesy of Le Beau Photography
The Exchange 1856 has completed its seven-figure refurbishment programme. The Victorian building, which is located on Howard Street in the heart of the Cultural Quarter, is one of North Tyneside’s most stunning architectural landmarks.
Every area of The Exchange 1856 has been updated and improved to create a spectacular and glamorous interior. Original architectural features such as fireplaces, ornate architraves and stained-glass windows have been restored to their former glory and complemented with high-quality fixtures and fittings, new flooring and panelling in soft heritage colours, in keeping with the overall character of the building.
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Spabreaks.com has revealed that the Mercure Holland House Hotel and Spa is the fifth most booked city spa in the UK. Situated in the centre of Cardiff, the day spa at Mercure Holland House Hotel and Spa is easily accessible and has all the facilities to wind down as a mid-week treat or a weekend spa day. For a special occasion, a girls’ weekend, or just for some time out from every day, the hotel will provide creature comforts, delicious dining and leisure facilities to help you unwind. Enjoy a dip in the 18-metre swimming pool surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, then chill out in the spa’s other wet facilities, which include a hot tub and steam room. Then, of course, there’s a selection of relaxing spa therapies to choose from, such as a hot stone massage or a Décleor facial.
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The inspiration behind this styled shoot was weddings on the water. Whether you decide to get married along the waterfront with a flower arch or literally on the water in a boat or punt, these local suppliers wanted to show how you can create the wedding of your dreams. “It all came together along the River Cam in Cambridge,” says Carrieanne from Happy Moments Co. “There are local venues there that offer waterside wedding celebrations, such as Magdalene College. I also wanted to show couples the talented suppliers that are available to them during their wedding journey.”
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The Deaf Institute was the backdrop for this alternative styled shoot. “We wanted to showcase this Grade II-listed Manchester building as it recently opened up its calendar for weddings,” says Beth Atton de Sa from ALT Events Co. “The Deaf Institute is now an internationally recognised alternative music venue that was once a school for the deaf. I really wanted to create a shoot within a city centre venue. I love old buildings with an interesting story and eclectic décor. We used jewel tones throughout the shoot, turned the contrast right down and used minimal décor to highlight the aesthetic of the building.
“The shoot brought together a great collection of skills, products and people,” adds Beth. “I’ve been in business for a year as a solo alternative wedding planner with an ethic to highlight the lesser-known places, people, and ideas in the wedding industry, with a focus on the unique and outlandish.”
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The Grade II-listed Anglican Chapel was built in 1847 using Hartshill stone in a Norman style. The chapel has undergone extensive restoration and is now equipped with underfloor heating, bronze casement double glazing, and all the facilities to accommodate a range of events, meetings, and ceremonies.
Claire Healy, the ceremonies manager for Coventry Registration District, tells us more: “In the mid-Victorian era, as city centre churchyards became overcrowded, carefully designed and landscaped cemeteries on the outskirts of cities became increasingly popular. As well as being natural environments often full of exotic trees and plants, many also displayed beautiful architecture designed by renowned architects of the day. London Road Cemetery is no exception; it was designed by Sir Joseph Paxton, an architect, gardener, and Member of Parliament for Coventry who notably designed Crystal Palace in London."
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Psst, Emma Forlettas Wedding & Events Hair is offering an exclusive offer for our readers! Discover the the offer in our January/February issue available to download for free now!
Nestled in the rolling hills of West Dorset stands Mapperton House & Gardens, a showstopping wedding venue with stunning views through the formal gardens into the tumbling countryside beyond. Discover the venue in our January/February issue, available to download for free now!
Dom and Dan's stunning wedding took place at the iconic Pendley Manor with a white colour scheme and personally touches. Discover stunning gowns in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.
Eleanor and Reece's wedding was full of delicious food to keep guests from going hungry, from a three-course wedding breakfast, a spectacular cake and tasty crepes in the evening! Discover the company's advice in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.
Alex Stevenson is a self-taught cake decorator of bespoke wedding and celebration cakes. Also available for weddings are cute cupcakes and tasty treat table set-ups, perfect for an Easter-themed day. to find out more and to book, visit www.facebook.com/AlexsCakeCreations and download the latest issue now for FREE to read more.
With spring around the corner, Barnsley House in Cirencester in the heart of the Cotswolds is a must-see for a staycation this season, https://pobhotels.com/hotel/barnsley-house Read all about it in the issue available now to download for FREE!
I love the stylish Two Bridges Hotel in Dartmoor, Devon. This hotel features riverside lawns sweeping down to the crystal-clear waters of the West Dart River. Read all about it in the issue available now to download for free and to book, visit www.twobridges.co.uk
Ingatestone Hall was the perfect backdrop to this dreamy, chic styled shoot. To say the cake, by Crumbs to Creations, was a showstopper is an understatement! See more pics in the latest issue of An Essex Wedding magazine!
Images by Photography by Anna Marie
Ashleigh and Joe met by chance. “It all started with an encounter in Yates, Hartlepool, after I had been out in Newcastle for the day for my friend’s birthday,” says Ashleigh. “Joe had been out with his dad and they decided to have a cheeky stop in town before heading home. When one of the best mixes came on over the speakers, a dance off broke out with boys vs girls. Joe saw his chance to take the centre of the circle, but little did he know that I would break out into dance and steal the show. A few weeks after our chance encounter, we crossed paths again on Tinder, and as we recognised each other, we started talking and eventually organised our first date.”
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